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6 comments:
Today it will be 86 degrees F in Canberra, time for a Summer Samba, a "Samba de Verão"....
http://au.youtube.com/watch?v=c3yiSb6s3AY
It is a 1966 bossa nova song by Brazilian composer Marcos Valle, with English-language lyrics by Norman Gimbel; the original Portuguese lyrics came from Paulo Sérgio Valle, brother to the composer.
The song was first popularized by the Walter Wanderley Trio in 1966 — the album on which it was issued reached platinum status in 1970 — also reaching high on the U.S. record charts in versions by Johnny Mathis, Vikki Carr, and Connie Francis during that same decade. In fact, at least one source claims that three different versions were on the Billboard charts at the same time in 1966. Allmusic has said of Wanderley's version, "His recording ... is regarded as perhaps a more definitive bossa tune than "Girl From Ipanema." Wanderley's version was the biggest seller in the U.S., reaching #26 on the Billboard Hot 100 in 1966.
It is has also been recorded bye Bebel Gilberto, Joao Gilberto's daughter from his second marriage to the singer Miucha.....
This is a great summer song, and a song not heard every day. You never cease to surprise, Kat! Thanks.
sblake,
I don't think I'd fancy Connie Francis or Vicki Carr singing this song. Its rhythm needs a Gilberto.
The slow and easiness speaks to me of tropical places.
Dan,
I'm a Gilberto fan from way back, have always loved her voice.
I admit I do like surprising you as it is better than being pigeonholed.
Kat, As the new year springs I wanted to let you know how much I enjoy your musical taste. Thanks for sharing. -BK
BK, No longer My Anonymous friend,
Thank you too for the lovely comment. I'm always glad to hear the music is appreciated!
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